Lincoln City continue their promotion challenge when they travel to old rivals Forest Green on Saturday.

It’s always a spicy affair between the sides, who fought tooth and nail for the National League title in 2016/17.

With both teams battling for promotion again, the match is a real promotion ‘six-pointer’.

Here’s what you need to know ahead of the game.

Team news

The good new first: Harry Anderson is available again after serving his three-match suspension.

Danny Cowley was cagey when asked about his potential inclusion, pointing out that the Imps have been unbeaten in his absence.

That said, it would still be a surprise if Anderson doesn’t start, particularly after a busy week for the Imps.

The bad news: Lee Frecklington looks set for an extended spell on the sidelines as the Imps try to sort out the groin injury which has hindered him in recent weeks. Cowley is hopeful of his having his skipper available again for the “back end of the season”.

There are a few other bumps and bruises in the squad and after the disappointing display against Exeter, other changes can’t be ruled out.

Cian Bolger and Shay McCartan, along with Anderson, will be pushing for starts.

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Tickets

The Imps had sold an impressive 650 tickets by Thursday. If you haven’t got one yet they will be available to purchase from the Forest Green ticket office before the game, albeit with a £1 price increase.

Match prediction

With a lot at stake, another tight game is in prospect. Another draw would not be the end of the world for the Imps. We’ll go for 1-1.